Question

Which of the following structures or regions is incorrectly paired with its function ?

• A. Corpus callosum: band of fibers connecting left and right cerebral hemispheres.
• B. Medulla oblongata: controls respiration and cardiovascular reflexes.
• C. Hypothalamus: production of releasing hormones and regulation of temperature, hunger and thirst.
• D. Lambic system: consists of fibre tracts that interconnect different regions of brain; controls movement.

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

The limbic system is collection of nuclei, tracts, and cortical areas that covers the brain and that surrounds the thalamus. The limbic system deals with three key functions: emotions, memories and arousal (or stimulation). There is no involvement in movement.